Sheldon, Australia

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

1,667 Population 1/sq mi density

154 ft Elevation 47 meters

68°F Avg Temperature 20°C

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$28,696 median income, 3.9% unemployment

Affordability

1.4 / 5.0

$266,400 home value, $1,332/mo rent

Sheldon, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$28,696

62% below

$28,696 per capita

Home Value

$266,400

5% below

Median Rent

$1,332/mo

15% above

Unemployment

3.9%

8% above

Avg Temperature

68°F

337 sunny days/yr

Is Sheldon a Good Place to Live?

2.2 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Sheldon residents earn a median household income of $28,696 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,696. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 158 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Sheldon is $266,400 , 5% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,332/month.

Climate & Weather

Sheldon has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 337 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,667

Median Age47.0 yrs

Density1/mi²

Foreign Born18.8%

Economy

Median Income$28,696

Per Capita$28,696

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$552

Housing

Home Value$266,400

Rent$1,332

Ownership94.9%

Housing Units667

Climate

Avg Temp68°F

Sunny Days337/yr

Rain30.5 in/yr

Elevation154 ft

Did You Know?

18.8% of residents are foreign-born.